Manchester United vs Liverpool : 2024/25 Match Preview

The highly anticipated match between Manchester United and Liverpool is set to take place at Old Trafford, on the first day of September 2024, renewing one of the most iconic and intense rivalries in English football.

As the Red Devils and the Reds face off, expect a thrilling display of skill, passion, and determination. Manchester United, under the guidance of Erik Ten Hag, will be seeking to build on their recent successes and assert their dominance against their arch-rivals. Meanwhile, Liverpool, fueled by their ambitions and driven by their passionate fan base, will be determined to claim victory and bragging rights in this epic showdown.

Arne Slot heads to Old Trafford having claimed back-to-back 2-0 wins to start life in charge of the Merseyside team while Ten Hag will be coming off the disappointing result against Brighton at the Amex Stadium.

The atmosphere promises to be electric when the array of stars step onto the field at Old Trafford with both home and travelling Liverpool supporters creating a deafening roar that will push the players to their limits.

Manchester United and Liverpool Team news

Mason Mount is a major doubt for United after coming off in the defeat to Brighton with an injury issue. Rasmus Hojlund, Luke Shaw, and Leny Yoro are ruled out. Scott McTominay will join Napoli before the weekend while Manuel Ugarte may complete his switch from Paris Saint-Germain in time to play.

Ibrahima Konate should continue at centre-back for Liverpool due to the injury of Jarell Quansah. Federico Chiesa could also be available for the Red after completing his move to Anfield.

Head to Head:

Liverpool secured a 3-0 victory in a pre-season friendly, their recent competitive record against Manchester United with just one win in the last five meetings. Last season’s fixtures saw both league matches end in draws, with Amad Diallo’s extra-time winner in the FA Cup tie providing the only goal between the two sides.

Prediction:

This is Arne Slot's first real test since he began his reign as the head coach of Liverpool and the game promises to give football fans around the both something to cheer about both neutrals and faithfuls. However, the game looks close to call so we expect it to end in a draw.

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